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October 17, 2011 · Fehlner-Shelton Aerosport Scamp WTB1 · N25WS
Grantham, NC
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
October 17, 2011
Injury Outcomes
1 injury (1 minor injury)
Location
Grantham, NC
Aircraft
Fehlner-Shelton Aerosport Scamp WTB1
Tail Number
N25WS
Injuries
Minor
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
ERA12CA043
The pilot reported that he had completed two approaches to the private grass airstrip without incident. During the third approach, the airplane struck unmarked power lines located just prior to the approach end of the runway. The airplane subsequently impacted the ground and sustained substantial damage to the underside of its fuselage, rudder and both wings. The pilot stated that he did not experience any mechanical malfunctions with the airplane. The runway previously had a marked, 670-foot displaced threshold to compensate for the power lines. The airport manager reported that the displaced threshold markings were made of wood and had deteriorated over a period of years.
NTSB Probable Cause
Environmental issues-Operating environment-Airport facilities/design-Obstruction markings/lighting-Contributed to outcome
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that he had completed two previous approaches to the private grass airstrip without incident. During the third approach, the airplane struck unmarked power lines located just prior to the approach end of the runway. The airplane subsequently impacted the ground and sustained substantial damage to the underside of its fuselage, rudder and both wings. The pilot stated that the he did not experience any mechanical malfunctions with the airplane. A Federal Aviation Administration inspector reported that the runway previously contained a marked 670-foot displaced threshold to compensate for the power lines. The airport manager reported that the markings were made of wood and had deteriorated away over years.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time18:00 EDT
Nearest AirportCox-Grantham Airfield (0nm)
Runway21
Runway Length2800 ft
Runway Width54 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftFehlner-Shelton Aerosport Scamp WTB1
Tail NumberN25WS
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsVolkswagen · 1834cc · Reciprocating · 60
Seats1
People & Injuries
Injury Summary1 injury (1 minor injury)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor1
Uninjured0
Total1
Crew 1Age 72 · Third Class · Minor
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
Wind190° @ 8 kt
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point18 C / 12 C
Altimeter29.81 inHg
Observation Time21:55
Weather SourceWFAC